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New bishop called thoughtful, hands-on, dynamic
Monsignor Michael Kosak, vicar general of the Diocese of St. Thomas, said “dynamic is the
Weigh in with Bertram, Louie Wednesday morning
The Vindy's Bertram de Souza and Vindy.com's radio partner Louie Free will be mixing it up in the
Trumbull land among sites under study by state
COLUMBUS — Upward of 1,200 acres of undeveloped land in Trumbull County are among state-owned
State parks deteriorating, ODNR ex-directors say
COLUMBUS — Joe Sommer recalled a time when every state park had a manager on site and adequate
Mercer will weigh CDBG funds Feb. 22
MERCER, Pa. — The Mercer County Regional Planning Commission has recommended that sewer and
Warren BOE hires principals
Warren Board of Education hired Stephen Chiaro and Linda Reigelman tonight as principals for the new
WRAP under fire in Warren
WARREN — City council members questioned Warren Redevelopment and Planning Corp. leaders about
Marshall Street flood repair still pending
YOUNGSTOWN — It’s been a week since millions of gallons began to pour out of one of the
Brookfield BOE rehires coach after controversy
BROOKFIELD— For members of a citizen’s group here, the school board’s decision to
MAC,TAC will merge next year
In Greek mythology, a king named Sisyphus spent eternity in the underworld rolling a huge rock up a
Mid-winter book sale at library
SALEM — The Salem Public Library’s Memorial Fund Association will sponsor the
Salem crime drops in '06
SALEM — Crime in the city dropped in 2006, and Police Chief Robert W. Floor is working to
15-year-old details rape allegations in Warren court
WARREN — A 15-year-old girl told a jury that her mother’s boyfriend started molesting
Hubbard tightening its budget belt
HUBBARD —  City leaders discussed the 2007 budget and decided a few things had to change
Trumbull vote on 3% annual raises Wednesday
WARREN — Trumbull County commissioners are expected to approve three-year contracts for three
Jay Williams: Cops in zero-tolerance mode to reduce crime
YOUNGSTOWN — After a quadruple murder that Mayor Jay Williams described as “shocking
Former Mahoning deputy enters guilty pleas
YOUNGSTOWN — A former Mahoning County deputy sheriff pleaded guilty to charges of unauthorized
Ramps replaced after 'despicable' theft
WARREN – Mayor Michael J. O’Brien got help for an older West Side couple with limited
Beloit teen dies in Goshen crash
GOSHEN — A one-car crash around 9:10 p.m. Monday on state Route 534 just south of Western
Trumbull County to award $2.5 million
WARREN — Trumbull County commissioners are set to award contracts Wednesday totaling
IUE-Delphi talks set
WARREN —  Contract talks between Delphi Corp. and the union that represents its local
Cops say feud may be motive for quadruple killings
YOUNGSTOWN — An ongoing feud may be the motive in the shootings deaths of three men and a
Toda pleads guilty to money laundering, other charges
YOUNGSTOWN — Deborah L. Toda, 49, of Howland, pleaded guilty today to charges of aggravated
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Dutch exile slams militant Islam's war
Opinion: By DEROY MURDOCK SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE NEW YORK -- "When I first came to a Western country
Court sends back laid-off workers case
The action was brought against the city by four workers and their union in 2002. By ED RUNYAN
Judge: Teen deserves more than 10 years
A prosecutor said Johnson's testimony helped convict a co-defendant. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
BOYS BASKETBALL MONDAY'S SCORES AREA
BOYS BASKETBALL MONDAY'S SCORES AREA Beaver County Christian 58, Youngstown Christian 47 OHIO
SUNDAY'S GAMES
SUNDAY'S GAMES Phoenix 115, Cleveland 100 Milwaukee 107, New York 105 San Antonio 96, L.A.
Vista makes debut amid much hype
Microsoft calls Vista its biggest launch ever. SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE At long last, Windows
Bonekovic tops 1,000 points
The Warriors survived a 44-43 scare against Lakeview. By DOUG CHAPIN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 30, the 30th day of 2007. There are 335 days left in the year. On this date in 1968, during the Vietnam War, the Tet Offensive begins as Communist forces launch surprise attacks
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Jan. 30, the 30th day of 2007. There are 335 days left in the year. On this date
Cops push for charges against singer Brandy
Cops push for charges against singer Brandy LOS ANGELES -- The California Highway Patrol
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS MONDAY
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS MONDAY Live racing scheduled for Monday and today has been canceled due to
courts
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Charles R. Sanor, 62, of 4459 Rita Ave., Austintown,
Allen leads No. 5 OSU into first place Big Ten
The sophomore had career-highs of 21 points and 13 rebounds in a 64-55 win. WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind.
MONDAY'S BASKETBALL SCORES
MONDAY'S BASKETBALL SCORES MEN EAST California, Pa. 79, Slippery Rock 56 Canisius 71, Iona
The apathetic FBI
Opinion: Washington Post: Congress wasn't the only institution whose performance fell short when it came to
NBA ROUNDUP \ Monday's games
Timberwolves 121, Suns 112 MINNEAPOLIS -- Kevin Garnett almost single-handedly snapped Phoenix's
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Here's how to become an informed consumer
Dear Readers: Every day you hear or read about new scams and frauds that plague all of us --
LeBron James may sit out a few games
He may rest a sore toe he reinjured in a loss to Phoenix CLEVELAND (AP) -- The most famous big toe
Dating 'Tammy' may hurt his friendship with 'Jim'
Dear Annie: I'm having an internal battle over loyalties. I'm a recently divorced man. My friend,
Ruling again holds up plaza demolition
It's too early to tell whether the ruling will enable the city to resume the demolition. WARREN
Fire in city building
Fire in city building YOUNGSTOWN -- A small fire that started near an elevator control room at 20
Keeping kids happy is a real balancing act
St. Charles School in Boardman marked the start of Catholic Schools Week with an appearance by The
Bush: U.S. will protect troops in Iraq against Iran, but we won't invade
Iran is supplying insurgents in Iraq with explosives, the U.S. says. WASHINGTON (AP) -- President
City man pleads guilty to charge of murder
Police said Olenik was killed while sitting in his car. YOUNGSTOWN -- Jonah F. Ortiz, 26, of
Becky Skavenski, Michael Stredni plan July wedding
The engagement of Becky Skavenski, 12412 Unity Road, New Springfield, and Michael Stredni, 717 Sapp
Selected Stocks
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .46, 22.37 .07 Avalon Holdings,7.40.13 Clear
Cal finally sees the light
Opinion: Cal finally sees the light EDITOR: The first paragraph in the Cal Thomas column Jan. 26 said it
Rendell explains health-care proposal
By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU SHARON, Pa. -- Gov. Ed Rendell brought his
3 sentenced, fined in illegal dumping
LISBON -- A judge levied fines and community service penalties against three people for illegal
MCDONALD STICKS WITH COACH
McDonald sticks with coach More than 100 people gave a standing ovation when the McDonald school
Summer wedding for Miss Wingard, Mr. Dongelewic
CANFIELD -- A summer wedding is planned by Maureen Bridget Wingard and Shaun Michael Dongelewic,
Panel to help governor screen prospective judges
The chief justice of the Ohio Supreme Court praised the change. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Gov. Ted
"Two-A-Days" (10:30 p.m., MTV): If you're a fan of high school football (and all the drama that entails), you'll want to make "Two-A-Days" part of your TV-watching game plan. The absorbing reality
"Two-A-Days" (10:30 p.m., MTV): If you're a fan of high school football (and all the drama that
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Rachel Adkins and Jayson Bever, Warren, boy, Jan. 27. Lisa
Lisbon's Sims nets 27; Crestview defeated
The Blue Devils and Rebels are tied for first place. LISBON -- Erica Sims scored 27 points in
Secretary of state raises important election issue
Editorial: Before Ohio House Speaker Jon Husted summarily dismisses a proposal from Secretary of State Jennifer
New on Home Video: This week's DVD releases
"Open Season": If you've seen one talking-animal cartoon in Hollywood's current onslaught, you've
Regional Business Digest
REGION New Castle, county post unemployment rates NEW CASTLE -- The unemployment rate in
Hip resurfacing emerges as replacement alternative
A standard hip replacement is likely to wear out before age 60, a doctor said. WASHINGTON (AP) --
Elections board has new official
The new deputy director will leave his post as Wellsville's administrator. By D.A. WILKINSON
Dungy delays start of hype week
The Colts coach gave his players an extra day off. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) -- Tony Dungy was
Bonds, Giants reconcile lingering differences
The slugger passed his physical and signed a one-year deal for 15.8 million. SAN FRANCISCO (AP)
YSU's slow start is costly
The Penguins trailed by 20 at halftime in a 12-point loss at Loyola of Chicago. VINDICATOR
Iran should give Iraq helping hand
Opinion: By DAVID D. HAINES and FOUAD BABAN HARTFORD COURANT It is increasingly clear that Washington
Ex-parks chief gets 5 years' probation
The former official admitted he signed off on false time sheets. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A former city
Yoders-Downie troth announced, wedding in July
BOARDMAN -- Announced by Ted and Julie Downie, 178 Mill Creek Drive, is the engagement of their son,
Miss Maravola, Mr. Matas set wedding date
The engagement of Lisa Jolene Maravola of Cortland and Michael Thomas Matas of Austintown is being
Molester sentenced
Molester sentenced SAN JOSE, Calif. -- A man prosecutors say is one of the nation's most prolific
Treasurer steps down to take job with state
The county's Democrats will meet to select Reardon's replacement. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Struthers Park and Recreation Committee, 6 p.m.; Struthers Public Utilities
Pavlik's dream coming true
Kelly Pavlik's win last Saturday made him the mandatory challenger for the WBC crown. By JOHN
ATP PBZ ZAGREB INDOORS
ATP PBZ ZAGREB INDOORS Monday At Dom Sportova Zagreb, Croatia Purse: 456,375 (Intl. Series)
Ohio native killed in Iraq is buried
The 22-year-old was buried next to his grandfather. OWINGSVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- U.S. Army Sgt.
Palestinian bomber kills three in bakery
The suicide attack was the first in Israel in nine months. CHICAGO TRIBUNE JERUSALEM -- A
"I am going to level with you, the president has said this is going to be left to his successor. I think it is the height of irresponsibility."
Opinion: "I am going to level with you, the president has said this is going to be left to his successor. I
'Human factor' key in news events
Opinion: The news that former Panamanian strongman Manuel A. Noriega will be released from his Miami prison
CANDY SALE
Candy sale ALLIANCE -- Alliance Community Hospital Auxiliary will hold a candy sale from 7 a.m. to
NFL PLAYOFFS
NFL PLAYOFFS Wild-card Playoffs All Times EST Saturday, Jan. 6 Indianapolis 23, Kansas City
Rumors of deal resurface at Forum
A deal for Tod Children's could be voted on today, a union leader said workers have heard. By
Councilman attends hearing in support of burglary victims
The home was burglarized while the residents were in the house. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
Campbell police catch fugitive
CAMPBELL -- City police arrested an Akron woman wanted on a first degree felony warrant after
Man faces sex charge
The Hubbard man was identified through the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles. By TIM YOVICH
Ghindia achieves scoring milestone
LaBrae and Hubbard also won TAC contest. LIBERTY -- Elizabeth Ghindia scored 22 points as Champion
Baghdad is key to success in Iraq
Opinion: By STEPHEN J. HADLEY WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- The Baker-Hamilton report explained that
Ex-administrator must repay jobless benefits
The former administrator failed to prove the commissioner would be able to get him fired. By ED
Pelosi reaches out to bloggers
Politicians are realizing the importance of the Internet. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Shortly after her
No racing likely means shorter fair
WARREN -- The Trumbull County Fair will likely be two days shorter this year because of the fair
Girl saves brother who got tangled in leash
WARREN -- Quick action by a 12-year-old girl saved her younger brother from accidentally hanging
Beaver Christian defeats Youngs. Christian
YOUNGSTOWN -- Jake McCracken's 28 points Monday led the Beaver County Christian basketball team to
Soldiers foil plot by Shiite cult to attack clerics
The messianic Shiite group was able to rally hundreds of heavily armed followers. BAGHDAD, Iraq
What's up with the vice president?
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- A group of Republican lawmakers was waiting for an elevator on Capitol Hill when one
Lawmakers to fight veto
Strickland vetoed the bill less than 15 hours after taking office. COLUMBUS -- The Republican-
YOUNGSTOWN
YOUNGSTOWN The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay VANDALISM AT CHURCH: Anti-Christian graffiti including
Super Nationals to be held at track despite auction
SALEM -- The Steel Valley Super Nationals are still on for this June although its venue is scheduled
BASEBALL ROUNDUP \ News and notes
Rangers: Sammy Sosa and Texas wrapped up weeks of negotiations and agreed to a minor league contract
English to try again on trade-reform act
By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU WHEATLAND, Pa. -- U.S. Rep. Phil English intends
Wedding planned by Nicole Diddle and Eric Welch
Announced by Toni and Allen Mayberry, 29 Beechwood Drive, Boardman, and David and Melissa Diddle of
Taser used twice to subdue naked student
WESTERVILLE, Ohio (AP) -- A student ran naked into his high school lunch room, screaming and
TOP 25 ROUNDUP Monday's other games
MEN No. 7 Pittsburgh 65, Villanova 59 PHILADELPHIA -- Levance Fields scored 20 points and Aaron
Bears hoping they have learned from mistakes
By JOHN MULLIN CHICAGO TRIBUNE CHICAGO -- The Bears have had to pick themselves up from
Freshman Hynes sparks Lowellville to 15th victory
By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF LOWELLVILLE -- With the top seed for the tournament
Noth vulnerable. West deals.
Noth vulnerable. West deals. NORTH K J 5 3 2 A Q J A Q J 6 2 WEST EAST A Q 10 8 3
Frozen boa constrictor found along river
MIDDLETOWN, Ohio (AP) -- Four workers clearing debris along the Great Miami River in southwest Ohio
EASTERN CONFERENCE
EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayConf Toronto2223.489--7-3L-114-78-
NHL ROUNDUP Monday's games
Rangers 6, Bruins 1 BOSTON -- Petr Prucha scored two goals and assisted on another, and linemates
MONDAY'S NBA SUMMARY
MONDAY'S NBA SUMMARY HAWKS 93, MAGIC 83 ORLANDO (83) -- Turkoglu 4-10 0-2 9, Battie 0-3 2-2 2,
Barbaro destroyed after series of ailments
The Kentucky Derby winner suffered from complications from his breakdown at last year's Preakness
After further review, Dan Williams remains football coach
By MARY R. SMITH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT McDONALD -- More than 100 people gave a standing
Second Harvest to send kids home with food
Most pupils in Campbell schools are eligible for free and reduced-price meals. By WILLIAM K.
Grossman has had his ups and downs as Bears' QB
MIAMI (AP) -- Rex Grossman absorbed the criticism, heard the calls for him to be benched, then did
State had ordered cleanup at fire site
EPA investigators found low levels of pollution at a pond on the property. BY AMANDA GARRETT
Rock's woes are plenty in defeat
The Westminster women's team improved to 15-4. CALIFORNIA, Pa. -- Slippery Rock shot 39.6 percent